As a mechanic who worked for a GM dealership when the 4L60 was made I would say that they are great reliable transmissions. They were problematic in trucks because people would ignore their owners manual and tow in overdrive. When towing you must keep this trans in 3rd while at highway speeds otherwise you will overheat the unit. Many came back to the dealership with blown transmissions not covered under warranty just because of this reason. This trans gets a bad reputation when it's actually great. Read your owners manuals.
When I was about 5 years old, my grandma needed a new car to replace her gross old Pontiac. I tagged along and she let me pick from several different cars and I decided on the loaded 2001 Jimmy. She drove that for the next 15 or so years till she quit driving. My best friend drove it as his daily for years and now it's finally getting some R&R after being part of my life for 20 years. Also, FYI the 2.2 was only available in 2wd pickups.
2000 was the time when cell phones were becoming more attainable and more and more folks were getting more than one, so adding 12v chargers was the thing since EVERY phone needed its own charger, and GPS and Sirius were becoming popular as well. Gotta charge that Gameboy Color too.
"2000 The Defense Department ended the purposeful degradation of GPS, which it implemented before the first Gulf War. GPS became ten times more accurate overnight, and all kinds of industries-from fishing to forestry to freight management-soon began using it. Personal GPS devices like the TomTom Start 45 car navigation device became hugely popular shortly after the turn of the century. 2001As GPS receiver technology got much smaller and cheaper, private companies began pumping out personal GPS products, like the in-car navigation devices from Tom Tom and Garvin. "
I HAVE A 2000 GMC DIAMOND EDITION.2 WHEEL DRIVE.ALL ORIGINAL RUNS AND DRIVES VERY WELL..DAILY DRIVER.COLD AC.DRIVES STRAIGHT AS A NEEDLE. SUNROOF.METALIC BLUE.LOADED.LOVE MY TRUCK
I really like that side-pull privacy cover and air compressor. GM did a great job keeping the utility close to their truck roots on these SUV’s. My mom had a 4Runner Limited of the same year that was a considerably “nicer” vehicle that didn’t have any of those features. Kudos to Will for keeping this unique Jimmy in such excellent shape!
@@BSFJeebus what I meant was GMs quality has fallen since the early 2000s. They are worse now then back them. Of course they were never good as the Japanese
I remember these new at the dealership where I worked. When the first one came in, many of us were a bit like “wtf ??” But after a bit it seemed alright & the seats look nice. Also the Envoy of this generation looked really super sharp and plush when new. It’s hard to tell now, because they’re all clapped out now. The new envoy didn’t seem to look as luxurious.
Thank you for sharing this GMC Jimmy edition. There are many parts of this vehicle I have seen on the Oldsmobile Bravada from the same era. I kept thinking Oldsmobile Bravada watching this video. This is why the generation after this had visual distinction, but it was used by more GM brands( Chevrolet, Oldsmobile, Buick, GMC, Isuzu, SAAB) did I miss one? Then there was the versions in Brazil by GM there. Thank you again.
@@willursh Thank you for confirming what I thought. I knew the parts were interchangeable. I know the Chevrolet Blazer from this era was sold in Europe. It has a bunch of Oldsmobile Bravada parts on it. It was things you can see. It was right hand drive too. I saw it here on You Tube years ago. That is the one thing I like about GM is the common parts among models on similar are different platforms. It is fun when you search for GM parts and learn what products share parts with your vehicle or what is interchangeable. Here is one for you. The Envoy and the Pontiac Solstice share the backup lights. There are many more.....
These are reasonably well-built and the 4.3 is very reliable. Early 2000s GMs were very comfortable. I always liked the push bar with integrated fog lights some of these got but the headlights look like tacky aftermarket units. The quilted leather and wood veneer is very fancy by GM standards. The blobby gray buttons are nostalgic. The uncovered outlet would have been the cigarette lighter. I don't understand why anyone would want to make their brake lights work less.
Hi Zach! I really liked your positive attitude for this vehicle review. It is so easy to condescend GM vehicles from this era, so it’s kinda uplifting to hear someone almost wax poetically.
It looks as if some boomer armchair internet cop took a Jimmy and tried to make it look like a police package but with half the engine output. Dunno, the luxuriousness of the 'Diamond Edition' for a GMC is about the same as a base trim package on a Buick.
@@kevinW826During the development of the First Generation Explorer, engineers told Ford the track needed to be widened 2 inches. Ford accountants said that'll cost too much. After the Ford/Firestone fiasco, the following Generation Explorer's track got widened...2 inches. Coincidence???
I appreciate your channel but that Big Friggin Bottle test is such a joke lol. Almost every single car fails and bottles that size have sealed lids and don't need a cupholder. Lol.
As a mechanic who worked for a GM dealership when the 4L60 was made I would say that they are great reliable transmissions. They were problematic in trucks because people would ignore their owners manual and tow in overdrive. When towing you must keep this trans in 3rd while at highway speeds otherwise you will overheat the unit. Many came back to the dealership with blown transmissions not covered under warranty just because of this reason. This trans gets a bad reputation when it's actually great. Read your owners manuals.
interesting information!
100% agree, put 100k on mine w/o a single issue and years of abuse ...
They were also MUCH better suited for this platform, rather than the fullsize pickups.
No One reads the Owner's Manual, especially women!!!
Those transmissions are junk. Hence most of the few trailblazers and envoys I see on marketplace needing a transmission rebuild
When I was about 5 years old, my grandma needed a new car to replace her gross old Pontiac. I tagged along and she let me pick from several different cars and I decided on the loaded 2001 Jimmy. She drove that for the next 15 or so years till she quit driving. My best friend drove it as his daily for years and now it's finally getting some R&R after being part of my life for 20 years.
Also, FYI the 2.2 was only available in 2wd pickups.
2000 was the time when cell phones were becoming more attainable and more and more folks were getting more than one, so adding 12v chargers was the thing since EVERY phone needed its own charger, and GPS and Sirius were becoming popular as well. Gotta charge that Gameboy Color too.
2000 was also an election year.
@@Jack-yw7bq ok, and?
"2000 The Defense Department ended the purposeful degradation of GPS, which it implemented before the first Gulf War. GPS became ten times more accurate overnight, and all kinds of industries-from fishing to forestry to freight management-soon began using it.
Personal GPS devices like the TomTom Start 45 car navigation device became hugely popular shortly after the turn of the century.
2001As GPS receiver technology got much smaller and cheaper, private companies began pumping out personal GPS products, like the in-car navigation devices from Tom Tom and Garvin. "
I HAVE A 2000 GMC DIAMOND EDITION.2 WHEEL DRIVE.ALL ORIGINAL RUNS AND DRIVES VERY WELL..DAILY DRIVER.COLD AC.DRIVES STRAIGHT AS A NEEDLE. SUNROOF.METALIC BLUE.LOADED.LOVE MY TRUCK
I really like that side-pull privacy cover and air compressor. GM did a great job keeping the utility close to their truck roots on these SUV’s. My mom had a 4Runner Limited of the same year that was a considerably “nicer” vehicle that didn’t have any of those features. Kudos to Will for keeping this unique Jimmy in such excellent shape!
That cigarette lighter goes into the center 12 volt outlet. I have never seen one of these trucks, thanks for the video.
John Davis from Motorweek would approve of the dash - Volt and oil gauges.
Back in the late '90s and early 2000s, GM's trucks and SUVs were better built and more reliable then the ones they build today
That was the beginning of the decline. As soon as we got the Ford Contour, we knew it was over.
Yeeaaahh.....this generation Jimmy and blazer are some of the worst cars ever
false, American vehicles were never better built. Japanese were.
GMC has never been known for its reliability. I can't comment on the reliability of recent American SUVs tho.
@@BSFJeebus what I meant was GMs quality has fallen since the early 2000s. They are worse now then back them. Of course they were never good as the Japanese
I remember these new at the dealership where I worked. When the first one came in, many of us were a bit like “wtf ??” But after a bit it seemed alright & the seats look nice.
Also the Envoy of this generation looked really super sharp and plush when new. It’s hard to tell now, because they’re all clapped out now. The new envoy didn’t seem to look as luxurious.
Thank you for sharing this GMC Jimmy edition. There are many parts of this vehicle I have seen on the Oldsmobile Bravada from the same era. I kept thinking Oldsmobile Bravada watching this video. This is why the generation after this had visual distinction, but it was used by more GM brands( Chevrolet, Oldsmobile, Buick, GMC, Isuzu, SAAB) did I miss one? Then there was the versions in Brazil by GM there. Thank you again.
I put the bravada window switches and hvac knobs I felt they fit this truck better then what was on it. lol
@@willursh Thank you for confirming what I thought. I knew the parts were interchangeable. I know the Chevrolet Blazer from this era was sold in Europe. It has a bunch of Oldsmobile Bravada parts on it. It was things you can see. It was right hand drive too. I saw it here on You Tube years ago. That is the one thing I like about GM is the common parts among models on similar are different platforms. It is fun when you search for GM parts and learn what products share parts with your vehicle or what is interchangeable. Here is one for you. The Envoy and the Pontiac Solstice share the backup lights. There are many more.....
I need all that woodgrain and the chrome door handles. Lol
These are reasonably well-built and the 4.3 is very reliable. Early 2000s GMs were very comfortable. I always liked the push bar with integrated fog lights some of these got but the headlights look like tacky aftermarket units. The quilted leather and wood veneer is very fancy by GM standards. The blobby gray buttons are nostalgic. The uncovered outlet would have been the cigarette lighter.
I don't understand why anyone would want to make their brake lights work less.
Hi Zach! I really liked your positive attitude for this vehicle review. It is so easy to condescend GM vehicles from this era, so it’s kinda uplifting to hear someone almost wax poetically.
I remember my dad had a Jimmy
Was it trash?
I don't like SUVs, but I really like the interior upgrades.
It looks as if some boomer armchair internet cop took a Jimmy and tried to make it look like a police package but with half the engine output. Dunno, the luxuriousness of the 'Diamond Edition' for a GMC is about the same as a base trim package on a Buick.
Uncle Hank?
Apparently this truck is for sale, saw it on FB marketplace.
Just put out a feeler I have a few toys already in my fleet.
Don't like the wheels they put on it, but I love the diamond edition jimmys amd the trailblazer blazers
It’s got different wheels now I had ordered them late. 🤣
Anyone know the hood scoop on this. Ive seen this exact one on alot of cars and I cant find it anywhere when I do look
Looks like something from JC Whitney stuck on with double sided tape.
Woah never heard of it
Awesome Jimmy
Those were very tipsy and dangerous suvs.
They were trash all around
Nowhere near as bad as the explorer.
I think it was the 2 doors that were known for that
@@tedfreakinraythat came down to owners not knowing how to react in a tire blowout and the questionable tire pressure from both ford and Firestone.
@@kevinW826During the development of the First Generation Explorer, engineers told Ford the track needed to be widened 2 inches. Ford accountants said that'll cost too much. After the Ford/Firestone fiasco, the following Generation Explorer's track got widened...2 inches. Coincidence???
I've never seen that 12 volt outlet thing before...*weird*
Diamondss arree FORRREVERRRRR, that 4.3 surely is not.
More than any turbo crap
@@Dankcatvacs It’s still forced induction, and the 4.3 turbocharged is legendary
I appreciate your channel but that Big Friggin Bottle test is such a joke lol. Almost every single car fails and bottles that size have sealed lids and don't need a cupholder. Lol.
lol these were super sketchy at highway speeds but super neat fun with the right motor add ons or motor swap #LSCreate...
So cool
Would.
A Diamond in the rough, or Ruff.
Woof
k
Bloody